Go Back

Grilled Salmon with quinoa and broccoli

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon sliced
  • Fresh herbs optional, for garnish
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Place the salmon on the grill, skin-side down. Grill for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  • Squeeze lemon juice over the grilled salmon and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
  • Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring the water or vegetable broth to a boil. Add the quinoa and a pinch of salt.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  • Fluff the quinoa with a fork before serving.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil and place a steamer basket over the water.
  • Add the broccoli florets to the steamer basket, cover, and steam for about 5-7 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender but still bright green.
  • Season with salt to taste.
  • Serve the grilled salmon fillets alongside a portion of quinoa and steamed broccoli.
  • Garnish with a lemon wedge and a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.
Keyword salmon quinoa broccoli